Second dog opportunity -- should I do it? - Page 11 - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Britster · 08-21-2010, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkie_mama22

I think the best thing is to stay off any sites that sell dogs. I'd probably research some breeders but I know before when I would be looking at dogs that were for sale it would really make me want another dog.

I really liked the idea that if you talked to your parents, maybe your mom would be willing to share half the responsibilities of him.

Lol, yes I know. Petfinder can be lethal. I have a few favorite breeders saved to my bookmarks, not just Yorkies either, so I think it will be good for me to wait a year, really research a breed and breeder, etc.

We had already discussed getting another dog after Carmen (their dog) passed away last summer. My mom considered it, but really didn't have time for another puppy, and she works sooo much now with owning a hair salon, it'd be impossible. We looked at a few older rescues but my mom decided against it, simply because she didn't have the time and she's not the biggest dog person in the world anyways, as much as she loved Carmen. That would be ideal... them getting a dog so Jackson has a buddy but when I'm traveling, visiting family members homes, etc, Jackson would be only responsibility. But I doubt it will happen.

Thanks for all your posts in this thread, every one of you helped me out. I dunno why this decision was so hard but I definitely made the right one.

Here's Carmen and my stepdad... She was only 4yrs old

Darlene68 · 08-21-2010, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by AllDogBoots

Brit, I think you made the right decision. Now, get off Petfinder!!

I agree, you make it difficult for yourself looking on PetFinder

You will have a new sibling when you are ready! I'm glad you made the right decision for you Brit!

Reese1 · 08-21-2010, 02:29 PM

I think you are making a mature decision by waiting, especially since it's so hard and tempting!
You will know when you are ready and it's the right time!

QuickSilver · 08-21-2010, 03:25 PM

Aw, I was expecting to open this thread and see pictures of a new doggie!

That being said, I don't think there's a wrong decision here. You know? If you do end up getting this dog, I think you'll be great with two, and if you wait, then there's another dog out there who is going to get a wonderful family when you are ready.

DvlshAngel985 · 08-21-2010, 03:33 PM

You and I are on the exact same boat. I so want another dog, a little brother for Kaji to have around when I'm off at work. But that thought alone tears me apart. I'd love to see two little dogs running around having fun, and knowing that they'll be each others companion when I can't. But, traveling is much easier with one. I didn't travel much in the past but I really want to start doing it now. Where ever my travels take me, I want Kaji to go too. Plus, I think Kaji would be happier with a little sister, but I just love the boys and want another little male around.

I'm starting to think the best solution to this would be to skip on another dog all together and move closer to Adi-and-Missy. Missy and Kaji could stay together during the day, and I'd still have the one dog responsibility. BUT... I still want another dog.

We're crazy aren't we Brit?

Britster · 08-21-2010, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

You and I are on the exact same boat. I so want another dog, a little brother for Kaji to have around when I'm off at work. But that thought alone tears me apart. I'd love to see two little dogs running around having fun, and knowing that they'll be each others companion when I can't. But, traveling is much easier with one. I didn't travel much in the past but I really want to start doing it now. Where ever my travels take me, I want Kaji to go too. Plus, I think Kaji would be happier with a little sister, but I just love the boys and want another little male around.

I'm starting to think the best solution to this would be to skip on another dog all together and move closer to Adi-and-Missy. Missy and Kaji could stay together during the day, and I'd still have the one dog responsibility. BUT... I still want another dog.

We're crazy aren't we Brit?

LOL, I hear ya~ we are totally nuts!

In a perfect world, that'd be great. To have a dog stay during the day but not be my responsibility! LOL. We should all just get a house and move in one place together! Ha! I wish I lived in Cali closer to Kaji, Missy and Uni!! I think the 4 dogs would have such a blast...

DvlshAngel985 · 08-21-2010, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Britster

LOL, I hear ya~ we are totally nuts!

In a perfect world, that'd be great. To have a dog stay during the day but not be my responsibility! LOL. We should all just get a house and move in one place together! Ha! I wish I lived in Cali closer to Kaji, Missy and Uni!! I think the 4 dogs would have such a blast...

How about I call you when I finally find that billionaire I'm going to marry. Adi is already going to be my personal assistant, but I'm sure I'll find some "job" for you to do that will absolutely require you and Jackson to move out to our beach side mansion.

Just don't hold your breath, this might take a while.

lil fu fu girl · 08-21-2010, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

How about I call you when I finally find that billionaire I'm going to marry. Adi is already going to be my personal assistant, but I'm sure I'll find some "job" for you to do that will absolutely require you and Jackson to move out to our beach side mansion.

Just don't hold your breath, this might take a while.

Beach Mansion??
I volunteer as your personal Chef du Jour !

DvlshAngel985 · 08-21-2010, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by lil fu fu girl

Beach Mansion??
I volunteer as your personal Chef du Jour !

Awesome!! I've been looking for one of those. You do know that owning a yorkie AND bringing them to work is a requirement for the position.

lil fu fu girl · 08-21-2010, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

Awesome!! I've been looking for one of those. You do know that owning a yorkie AND bringing them to work is a requirement for the position.

Andromeda, Bra'Tac, and my son are already packing up!
When do we leave?

DvlshAngel985 · 08-21-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by lil fu fu girl

Andromeda, Bra'Tac, and my son are already packing up!
When do we leave?

Just be ready. I'll send his private jet for you when I find my Mr MoneyBags.

Ringo1 · 08-21-2010, 04:36 PM

Well, I was checking to see what your decision was. Sounds like you made the right one for you at this time.

Stop looking at petfinder or you will be going through this again in another month!

Britster · 08-21-2010, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985

How about I call you when I finally find that billionaire I'm going to marry. Adi is already going to be my personal assistant, but I'm sure I'll find some "job" for you to do that will absolutely require you and Jackson to move out to our beach side mansion.

Just don't hold your breath, this might take a while.

Yessss! I'm ALL for it. Always wanted to live out west! But I think first I need to find MY billionaire husband... so he can pay for my plane ticket out there!

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Originally Posted by lil fu fu girl

Beach Mansion??
I volunteer as your personal Chef du Jour !

Yes! We can roadtrip together out to Cali with all the Yorkies

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Originally Posted by Ringo1

Well, I was checking to see what your decision was. Sounds like you made the right one for you at this time.

Stop looking at petfinder or you will be going through this again in another month!

Thanks! And... I will! I promise, LOL. Way too tempting.

DvlshAngel985 · 08-21-2010, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Britster

Yessss! I'm ALL for it. Always wanted to live out west! But I think first I need to find MY billionaire husband... so he can pay for my plane ticket out there!

Now what kind of person would I be if I let you pay for that plane ticket. You'll be traveling in style on my new hubbies private plane silly!! Some people just don't know how to live large.

lisaly · 08-22-2010, 04:02 PM

Brit, I saw this picture and he reminded me of your precious Jackson. Your little boy is a very special guy.
Pet Photography

08-21-2010, 02:29 PM	#153
Reese1 Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,304	I think you are making a mature decision by waiting, especially since it's so hard and tempting! You will know when you are ready and it's the right time! __________________ Crosley Wrigley Camden

08-21-2010, 03:25 PM	#154
QuickSilver Thor's Human Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 5,929 Blog Entries: 31	Aw, I was expecting to open this thread and see pictures of a new doggie! That being said, I don't think there's a wrong decision here. You know? If you do end up getting this dog, I think you'll be great with two, and if you wait, then there's another dog out there who is going to get a wonderful family when you are ready. __________________ If you love something, set it free. Unless it's an angry tiger.

08-21-2010, 03:33 PM	#155
DvlshAngel985 Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA Posts: 12,693	You and I are on the exact same boat. I so want another dog, a little brother for Kaji to have around when I'm off at work. But that thought alone tears me apart. I'd love to see two little dogs running around having fun, and knowing that they'll be each others companion when I can't. But, traveling is much easier with one. I didn't travel much in the past but I really want to start doing it now. Where ever my travels take me, I want Kaji to go too. Plus, I think Kaji would be happier with a little sister, but I just love the boys and want another little male around. I'm starting to think the best solution to this would be to skip on another dog all together and move closer to Adi-and-Missy. Missy and Kaji could stay together during the day, and I'd still have the one dog responsibility. BUT... I still want another dog. We're crazy aren't we Brit? __________________ Littlest JakJak We miss you Kaji

08-21-2010, 04:36 PM	#162
Ringo1 Ringo (1) and Lucy too! Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: On the Edge of Glory Posts: 3,447	Well, I was checking to see what your decision was. Sounds like you made the right one for you at this time. Stop looking at petfinder or you will be going through this again in another month! __________________ Mommy to Lucy, Ringo, and Matthew

08-22-2010, 04:02 PM	#165
lisaly Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 5,892	Brit, I saw this picture and he reminded me of your precious Jackson. Your little boy is a very special guy. Pet Photography